The first cases of west nile virus in horses have been reported in Eastern Washington. Two horses, one in Toppenish and one in Prosser have tested positive.

Neither horse was vaccinated. One horse had do be euthanized, the other is expected to recover.

These are the first confirmed cases in Washington State this year of the virus found in horses. Earlier this week (Thursday) the first bird was diagnosed with west nile. It was found in the Prosser area (from KNDO news)

There are dangers with the west Nile virus shot. Salty can't have the vaccination because of his kidneys and heart-he isn't allowed any chemicals by vets orders.For a horse with a predisposition to uveitus the shot can trigger a bad episode of it and cause them to go blind.Sometimes you have to weigh the risks on both sides and evaluate all of your options.